Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL)

Q: Who can study for a TEFL?

Everyone is eligible to qualify for a TEFL certificate . There are no special criteria to study the course but you should have a native English background to get started on the course.

Q: Will I be able to teach English with a TEFL certificate?

You are able to get an English teaching job in many countries if all you have is a TEFL certificate . Some countries do require a degree but it is possible to find a good teaching job overseas with the certificate.

Q: Is it difficult to get a TEFL job abroad?

There is a high demand for English but it can be challenging to get your first job as a TEFL instructor, however, you can make the process easier by signing up with an agency. Once you have worked for a year as a teacher, the job hunting process becomes easier.

Q: What is the best course for teaching English as a foreign language?

Alison offers a certificate course for Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) . The course is designed to train you to meet the standards required of a successful TEFL teacher and climb the TEFL ladder.

Learn how to teach English as a second language in this free online TEFL training course and climb up the TEFL ladder.

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In this free course, you will learn how to:

Discuss the primary functions of language
Define ‘ambiguity’ as it relates to the study of languages
Identify the factors that influence reading in a second language
List the stages of teaching listening skills
Outline the various speaking strategies English learners should use
Distinguish between the various types of motivation
Compare the pros and cons of TEFL work abroad

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